Former Strictly Come Dancing contestant Amanda Abbington had a tough time after leaving the show - and claimed that she suffered PTSD due to her professional dance partner Giovanni Pernice’s gruelling training style. Now the 52 year old Sherlock actress tells us that after leaving the show mid-series, amidst rumours of a ‘feud’ with Giovanni, she began to receive terrifying rape and death threats. Here, Amanda - who has a son with ex-husband and fellow actor, Martin Freeman, reveals that, despite a turbulent time following her participation in the hit BBC dance show, she’s now in a much better place - indeed, it seems there will even be wedding bells next year, as she plans to tie the knot with her fiance, America’s Got Talent contestant, Jonathan Goodwin … Hi Amanda, how are things? Good – I’m getting there.
Strictly Come Dancing 2024 lineup rumours so far as Hannah Waddingham tipped for BBC series
06.04.2024 - 17:43 / ok.co.uk
Strictly Come Dancing won't hit screens until the autumn, yet talk has already turned to who could be competing this year.
The hit BBC dance competition is busy securing its lineup for its 22nd series and while the official list is still yet to be revealed, many familiar faces are already rumoured to be taking part.
The new batch of contestants will be hoping to repeat the success of last year's winners, Coronation Street's Ellie Leach and her professional partner Vito Coppola, who famously scooped the coveted Glitterball trophy after 13 jaw-dropping weeks of impressive dancing. Of course, it isn't just the celebrity contestants that need to be announced either, as the confirmed professional dancers are also waiting to be unveiled.
One star's future which currently remains in doubt is Giovanni Pernice, who has recently been caught up in complaints that he is "too intense" to train and dance with, which emerged following his recent pairing with actress Amanda Abbington. Here, we take a closer look at some of the rumoured stars who may be taking to the dance floor this year...
Hannah Waddingham Ted Lasso actress, Hannah Waddingham, who co-presented the Eurovision Song Contest last year and performed at this year's BAFTAs, is said to have been approached by BBC bosses in recent weeks. Insiders say Hannah - who is a friend of judge Anton Du Beke and his wife Hannah - is seriously considering their offer.
One source told The Mirror: "Hannah would be an incredible signing for Strictly this year, and so far things are looking very positive. She loves the show - she has heard so much about it from Anton and Hannah, as she is a close friend to both - and is keen to do it.
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